Starcloud

Space data centers

MechanicalEngineer(Solar)

Redmond, Washington, United States
The Brief

“Mechanical Engineer (Solar) at Starcloud. Skills: Mechanical design, Solar array mechanical systems, CAD, FEA, Testing, Manufacturing. Designing, developing, and integrating power-generation backbone for space-based data centers. Owning the full lifecycle of solar array mechanical systems”

What You'll Achieve.

Rapidly and iteratively deliver low cost, reliable space hardware at huge scale; Optimize for manufacturability, cost, and reliability; Ensure flawless delivery and integration of mechanical components; Advancing humanity

Industry & Context.

Space data centers
Problems you'll solve

Solving the global energy challenge

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary, Must be a U. S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U. S. export regulations

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, Proficiency with advanced CAD software, ideally NX and teamcenter, Experience with FEA software for high-fidelity structural analysis, ideally Ansys, Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing, understanding and application of GD&T principles

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline, 3+ years of professional experience in mechanical design of solar products, Expertise in materials selection, advanced manufacturing methods, and surface treatments for space applications, Experience with PCB design and PCBA mechanical integration

What You'll Do.

and integrating power-generation backbone for space-based data centers

Owning the full lifecycle of solar array mechanical systems

Creating and managing detailed CAD models

Performing structural

Iteratively driving projects from initial concept through to manufacturing

Collaborating on system-level requirements and design criteria

Developing DFM strategies

Ensuring timely project delivery

Designing and executing comprehensive test plans

Partnering with supply chain and manufacturing teams

Optimizing designs for ease of integration and production

Collaborating with vendors

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working closely with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams; Collaborate on system-level requirements and design criteria; Partner with supply chain and manufacturing teams; Collaborate with vendors

Process & Methodology

Pragmatic project management, Ensure timely project delivery

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